Stenciling my walls with Chalk Paint® by Annie Sloan

I used Chalk Paint® by Annie Sloan to stencil over my latex painted walls. Chalk Paint® will basically adhere and grip to any surface and I did not need to seal it. And since I wanted it to be a dark navy with a slight grey…. I went for it! And I am glad that I finally decided to invest the energy to make my mudroom that is the first room into our house off the garage – into my laundry room. In all truths, my mudroom was more of a dumping ground for my “stuff.” Sadly, I will admit I found things in there that had sat there a few years and I was just too busy or – honestly- too lazy to either put them away where they should go …maybe because I did not have a space for whatever it was or – I should have just thrown it away because I do have the tendencies of being a bit of a hoarder. (there- I said it.) My name is Trish and I am a hoarder. Not a terrible one- but I sometimes need help in letting things go. But this mudroom is a cool space. Our home was built at the end of the 1880’s – so there are some cool things about it. For example- I really like the height of the ceiling in this space.

Well, let’s cut to the chase. Below is a photo of the space minus all my junk and after I painted the walls and concrete floor. (you didn’t really think I was going to show you the space when it was full of my clutter did you?) Actually, I could not find a “before” photo so this will have to do. And- then a photo of how the wall looked with the stencil finished and the appliances just placed in front. The room is still not 100% completed, but it gives you an idea of the difference. The stencil took me two evenings to complete. The wall size is about 15 foot wide and 10 feet tall, minus the opening of the door to the garage.

I love this stencil. I found it on etsy by a seller named Dizzy Duck Designs UK. You can find some similar here in the US, but I did like this one specifically. The stencil took a few extra days to arrive but it was not a super long time at all. I purchased the largest sheet and it also was shipped with a single square to get into those smaller spaces.

If you have never stenciled before- it is not hard. Something to keep in mind first- is the end layout. I just got lucky and chose to center the first square I did above the door that led out to the garage. In the end- this made the most sense- but truly – I just got lucky in that choice. So put some thought about where the stencil will end on the side walls or around doorways or placement from the ceiling to the floor. That way- you have full designs versus a partial. (unless you could care less about that.) I have a blog post about stenciling HERE you could read afterwards from more tips. Keep in mind I used Annie Sloan’s foam 4″ roller to apply my paint versus a stencil brush.

Here I am below after just starting the stencil process. That expression on my face, will it is because I was wondering if I should have hired someone to do this for me. LOL (joking, not joking!) In the end- I am glad I did it because I really like the result.

Here I am - wondering if I should have just hired someone to do this.  LOL!

This is after I had most of the wall done using that single square Dizzy Duck Designs UK includes.

This transformation all started because we were upgrading from our older top loading washing machine to one of those super duper front loaders that has a gazillion bells and whistles (that I probably will never learn how to use.) But the location of where we had the washer and dryer before was too small for these new ones. Aren’t these pretty? I purchased them from a local store called Charlotte Appliances from a friend named Rich Ayers who works there and that I went to high school with. We also got the bases for them too- which I strongly recommend since it raises the height of the doors up and makes it much easier to put clothes or take out. I would recommend that you consider the placement of the hinges on the doors when you purchase them. I knew I wanted the doors to open so I could stand in the middle and move clothes from the washer to the dryer.

I painted the walls and floor with paint I purchased from Sherwin Williams. I used Napoleonic Blue Chalk Paint® by Annie Sloan mixed with a little India Ink for the stencil.

Since we needed water and sewer lines run from the basement along the wall I plan on having a wood cap made to hide them and also, a top and side panel for to go over teh washer and dryer too.

Here is an image of the space a little more finished. I promise to upload another photo once it is all done though.

What do you think? I like it!

Well, if you are interested in purchasing Chalk Paint® by Annie Sloan or would like some help with a project- reach out to us! And….consider purchasing from us too, although we always encourage you to visit your local Chalk Paint® stockist if you have one …but if you are stuck at home and do not have anyone local… The Purple Painted Lady is here to help and can ship your order right to your front door step. Please just place your order online and we will ship it out ASAP! In fact, if you place an order- be confident in knowing that The Purple Painted Lady has everything in stock! What does this mean in the end? With the team we have in place- your order will get packed and picked up by USPS. FedX or UPS the same day you place it – Monday through Saturday. (note however, this is as long as your order came in before 3pm EASTERN TIME, because UPS picks up our packages around 3:30pm)

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Mixing Chalk Paint® Colors to Make “Purples”

Pantone’s color of 2018 is called Ultra Violet!  We decided to play with some different Chalk Paint® by Annie Sloan colors to create different shades of violet or purples.  See the results below or Check out this YouTube video on The Purple Painted Lady Channel by Courtney and Trish at The PURPLE Painted Lady mixing up various violets and shades of purple.

Please feel free to save these to your Pinterest boards!!!!

 

 

Napoleonic Blue mixed one to one with Emperor’s Silk, Burgundy and Primer Red Chalk Paint Colors.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Aubusson Blue mixed one to one with Emperor’s SilkBurgundy and Primer Red Chalk Paint Colors.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Louis Blue mixed one to one with Emperor’s SilkBurgundy and Primer Red Chalk Paint Colors. (Note the beautiful shade of an “orchid”color by mixing Louis Blue and Burgundy one to one (equal parts of each.)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Giverny mixed one to one with Emperor’s SilkBurgundy and Primer Red Chalk Paint Colors.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Greek Blue mixed one to one with Emperor’s SilkBurgundy and Primer Red Chalk Paint Colors.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Florence mixed one to one with Emperor’s SilkBurgundy and Primer Red Chalk Paint Colors.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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But for those who are in a location where there is no one selling paint products- and you must buy on-line- consider us.  With that said, visit www.anniesloan.com to find a stockist near you.
 
We are here to help you, our customers!  We want you to be successful!  
 
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Annie Sloan Black & White Waxes NOW Available!

The Purple Painted Lady® are so excited!  Annie Sloan has a NEW RELEASE of Black and White Waxes….and we have them in house!

Annie Sloan BLACK WAX The Purple Painted Lady

Annie Sloan WHITE WAX The Purple Painted Lady

Visit our online store to order for shipping out to you TODAY!

VIDEO OF ANNIE USING WHITE WAX:

Annie Sloan White Chalk Paint® Wax can be applied directly onto wood to create a limed look, and it also has a wonderful effect on painted pieces. “Think of a piece which has been gracefully, subtly faded by sunlight – a piece left in a sunny spot, a terrace in Tuscany,” says Annie. See Annie Sloan White Chalk Paint® Wax in use HERE.

The Purple Painted Lady is extremely excited about the White Wax.

Napoleonic Blue with White Wax:

Napoleonic Blue with White Wax Frame The Purple Painted Lady

French Linen with White Wax:

The Purple Painted Lady French Linen Chalk Paint White Wax Frame

Graphite with White Wax:

The Purple Painted Lady Graphite with WHITE Black Dark Clear Wax Sample Board Chalk Paint

WANT TO SEE EVERY CHALK PAINT COLOR WITH both WHITE & BLACK WAX?

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VIDEO OF ANNIE USING BLACK WAX:

Annie Sloan Black Chalk Paint® Wax gives a cool, dark finish to your paintwork, bringing out texture in brushwork and moldings, as well as darkening and enriching colors. Where Dark Soft Wax ‘antiques’ pieces, Annie Sloan Black Chalk Paint® Wax toughens them up! See Annie Sloan Black Chalk Paint® Wax in use HERE.

Order your 500 ml WHITE WAX HERE

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WHITE WAX The Purple Painted Lady Annie Sloan

BLACK WAX on Antibes Green The Purple Painted Lady Annie Sloan

Chalk Paint® for outside projects!

Yes! You can use Chalk Paint® for outside projects!

As in shutters, doors, porch floors, staining concrete, painting barns, outdoor furniture, swingsets, birdhouse, concrete benches, mailbox posts, (and I can go on and on…)

One of our amazing customer’s who owns a local consignment shop near us called Lu’s Back Door loves the color Napoleonic Blue.

 

If interested in buying Napoleonic Blue Chalk Paint® on-line- visit HERE. (We ship same day and offer the lowest flat rate shipping fees)

Napoleonic Blue is a bright blue – almost like a coneflower blue. And is a great color for your painting pantry since it is – by default – a primary color!

DARKER NAVY Chalk Paint®?:

Keep in mind- if you want a darker Navy- by mixing 4 parts Napoleonic Blue to 1 part Graphite OR 2 parts Napoleonic Blue to 1 part Graphite  – you can create some perfect “navy” options.

So, Teresa used Napoleonic Blue to paint her front door and house shutters a year ago. What do you think?

Napoleonic Blue pic Lus back door Chalk Paint The Purple Painted Lady

 

PAINTING DECKS:

The Purple Painted Lady is also so impressed with this pool/deck transformation done using Chalk Paint® by Annie Sloan.

The Purple Painted Lady Deck Pool Transformation Chalk Paint Annie Sloan Freeman

 

the painted penny completed this using 5 quarts of Graphite and 1 quart French Linen for the deck around pool and upper deck. Great coverage and great results. Next, she is moving onto the fencing, planter dividers, bar and pool.

When painting decks- please make sure to power wash off any loose paint or old stain prior to your project. Thinning the paint with water is also suggested. If painting an outside area like this- do it when there is no rain in the forecast for at least 24 hours too.

OUTSIDE FLOWER POTS:

At The Purple Painted Lady – the flower pots in front of our Macedon store were just ……pea green. Not a bright or eye catching green…plain ole’ …pea green. So…a little Chalk Paint® by Annie Sloan to the rescue!

YES! You can use it on plastic without a primer or a top coat outside and it will last!!!!! A little Pure White, Florence, Provence and Burgundy (mixed with Pure White to achieve that Berry color)

The Purple Painted Lady Painted outside pots flowers chalk paint before after

So see…..Yes- Chalk Paint® can withstand the crazy weather elements in northern NY!

Actually to read more about using Chalk Paint® outside, its durability and to see my exterior porch floors that I painted….- click HERE.

If painting outdoor metal furniture that has rust on it:

Rust will bleed through seven coats of paint, so make sure if you have outdoor metal furniture that has rust – seal it with Rust-Oleum® Clean Metal Primer before painting or using Lacquer.

Need Annie Sloan products?

First- if you have a local stockist- go visit them and build a relationship with them.  Go to them with your questions and project issues.  BUT- if you do not have a local stockist- we invite you to try our customer service!

The Purple Painted Lady sells all of Annie’s product on line! I really hope you give us the opportunity to do business with you!

We sell Chalk Paint for $34.95 per quart. If you do not have a stockist near by- we ship out every week day all over the US and WE SHIP THE SAME DAY THAT YOU PLACE YOUR ORDER! So, if you are like me and are inpatient, give us a try!  I included a link below to my on-line shop below. We offer the lowest flat rate UPS shipping cost so if you are one town away or 10 states away- the shipping cost is the same. Also- it is my paint sales that keep me in business and allow me to be here to help you. (my shameless, but honest plug) wink-wink! So, if you like to call me for help- consider buying from us too!  Click HERE to link to Our On-Line Store => http://shop.thepurplepaintedlady.com/

: ) And I will be here to help you as you progress through your future project! And if I do say so myself- we offer the BEST customer service that you will ever experience!

Here is a little post about what I mean when it comes to what you should expect from us: http://www.thepurplepaintedlady.com/2014/02/why-buy-chalk-paint-from-us/

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Thanks so much!
Trish

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Napoleonic Blue Chalk Paint® by Annie Sloan – how to make it a darker Navy (and other colors)

You know, there is a reason that Annie Sloan chooses to not have 57 colors or 75 colors in her paint spectrum. And that is because Annie knows her colors- and from her palette of selected colors we do offer- you can mix almost any custom color you would like.

One color that is a must to have is Napoleonic Blue Chalk Paint® by Annie Sloan. It is a deep true blue that is the color of fresh picked blueberries- perfect for creating the Union Jack flag!

To purchase Napoleonic Blue Chalk Paint®- Click HERE!
Union Jack Mid Century Dresser after distressing steel wool

Annie Sloan’s Napoleonic Blue is a wonderful color to have in your painting tool box essentials since it is – by default – a primary color!

Napoleonice Blue Sample Board - Copy

Napoleonic Blue is wonderful to mix with other colors, such as:

Peacock Blue Chalk Paint®: Mix 2 Napoleonic Blue + 1 part Antibes Green + 1 part Aubusson Blue

Peacock Blue
Step 3 custom color peacock

If looking for a darker TRUE navy- try mixing a little Barcelona Orange with Napoleonic Blue:

The Purple Painted Lady Custom color recipe making navy darker Chalk Paint annie sloan

Use Napoleonic Blue to make purples and berry colors:

Eggplant recipe

COLOR MIXER TOOL:
With all of these “color mixing” ideas- I wanted to make sure you knew about the virtual color mixing tool available on our website. With permission from Annie Sloan, the “Mr. Purple Painted Lady” wrote the proprietary program for the Paint Mixer. It is meant to be a playful tool that allows you to get an idea of what a custom color will look like when you mix multiple Chalk Paint® colors. This tool is not an accurate, exact representation of an outcome- but mathematically it is pretty darn close. Your monitor quality does play into that equation. And just remember though- nothing compares to working with your local stockist and playing with real Chalk Paint®. With all that said…I hope you have fun using this Paint Mixer! Check out the Paint Mixer HERE

Please visit our website if interested in ordering Chalk Paint®. We have it available for $34.95 per quart, we offer low/flat rate shipping and it always ships same day (as long as Pete, our UPS guy has not come already!)

In fact- there are many reasons we think buying through us is the best. Read THIS little post about what sets The Purple Painted Lady apart from the rest.

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Thanks again,
Tricia Migliore Kuntz ~The Purple Painted Lady ~
Design/Consulting, Kitchen Cabinet Refurbishing, Custom Painted Furniture, Chalk Paint® & Miss Mustard Seed Milk Paint Retailer & herRochester Blogger

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